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How to Find a Trustworthy Contractor Without Getting Burned

Servely Team·Apr 5, 2025·6 min read

The 3 Things That Matter Most

The best contractors share three things: they're licensed, they carry active insurance, and they have verifiable reviews from real customers.

Check the License

Tennessee requires contractors to be licensed for any job over $25,000. Verify at the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance website.

💡 Every contractor on Servely has been license-verified before their profile goes live.

Demand Proof of Insurance

Ask for a Certificate of Insurance showing general liability of at least $1 million and workers' compensation.

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